• Conceptual Engineering Design (CED)
• Front End Engineering Design (FEED)
• Detailed Engineering Design (DED)
• Project planning and schedule control
• Construction work scoping
• Detailed engineering
• Construction Cost estimation
• Bid packaging and evaluation
• Budget cost preparation and monitoring
• Engineering Review

Conceptual Engineering Design:

• Purpose: We establish a preliminary understanding of the project's scope, feasibility, and technical requirements. This phase provides a foundational outline that guides further detailed design and planning activities.
• Activities:
  • Project Definition:  We identify and define the project's objectives, constraints, and high-level requirements. This includes understanding stakeholder needs and project goals.
  • Feasibility Study: We assess the technical and economic feasibility of different design options. This may involve preliminary cost estimates, risk assessments, and evaluating various approaches to meet the project’s goals.
  • Conceptual Design: We develop initial design concepts and alternatives, including basic layouts, system configurations, and major equipment requirements. This involves creating simple diagrams, sketches, and process flow diagrams (PFDs) to illustrate the general idea.
  • Technical and Economic Analysis: We perform preliminary calculations and analyses to evaluate the performance, cost, and benefits of the proposed concepts. This helps in comparing different design options and selecting the most viable one.
  • Stakeholder Input: We engage with stakeholders to gather feedback and ensure that the conceptual designs align with their needs and expectations.
  • Preliminary Reports: We document the findings and recommendations from the conceptual design phase. This may include a conceptual design report that outlines the chosen approach, potential challenges, and next steps.

 

Front End Engineering Design (FEED):

• In FEED we establish the foundation for design, cost, and schedule. It involves defining the project's overall scope, technical specifications, and feasibility.
• Activities: We develop  process flow diagrams (PFDs), preliminary layouts, equipment specifications, and cost estimates. FEED helps identify potential risks and ensures alignment with project objectives before moving to the next phase.

 

Detailed Engineering Design (DED):

• Purpose: To develop exhaustive and accurate design specifications and drawings that provide the necessary instructions for construction, procurement, and installation. This phase ensures that all aspects of the project are fully defined and ready for execution.
• Activities:
  • Detailed Drawings and Specifications: Creating comprehensive technical drawings, schematics, and diagrams for all components of the project, including structural, mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering elements. These documents provide precise dimensions, materials, and construction methods.
  • Engineering Calculations: Performing detailed calculations to verify the design’s integrity and functionality. This includes structural load analysis, thermal analysis, fluid dynamics, and other relevant engineering calculations to ensure the design meets safety and performance requirements.
  • Material Selection: Specifying the materials to be used in construction, including their properties and performance criteria. This involves selecting appropriate materials based on factors like strength, durability, cost, and environmental impact.
  • Systems Integration: Designing and integrating various systems and components to ensure they work together as intended. This includes coordinating between different engineering disciplines and ensuring compatibility between systems.
  • Procurement Specifications: Developing detailed specifications for procurement, including descriptions of required equipment, machinery, and materials. This information is used to prepare purchase orders and contracts.
  • Construction Detailing: Providing detailed instructions for construction activities, including installation procedures, construction methods, and quality control measures. This ensures that construction activities follow the design specifications accurately.
  • Compliance and Standards: Ensuring that the design complies with relevant codes, standards, and regulations. This includes adhering to safety standards, environmental regulations, and industry best practices.
  • Review and Validation: Conducting thorough reviews and validation of the detailed design to identify and resolve any issues before construction begins. This may involve design reviews, peer reviews, and simulations to verify that the design meets all project requirements.

 

Project Planning and Schedule Control:

• Purpose: This involves creating a detailed project plan that outlines the sequence of activities, timelines, and resources required to complete the project on time.
• Activities: Developing a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), Gantt charts, Critical Path Method (CPM) analysis, resource allocation, and contingency planning. Schedule control involves tracking progress, adjusting timelines as needed, and ensuring timely completion of milestones.

Construction Work Scoping:

• Purpose: Defining the specific construction tasks and responsibilities required to complete the project. This ensures clarity in what needs to be built and by whom.
• Activities: Identifying the construction deliverables, dividing them into manageable work packages, and outlining the materials, manpower, and equipment needed for each package. This is critical for contractor bidding and execution.

Construction Cost Estimation:

• Purpose: Estimating the total costs associated with the construction phase, which is critical for budgeting and financial planning.
• Activities: Calculating costs for materials, labor, equipment, subcontractors, overheads, and contingencies. Different estimation methods like parametric, analogous, or bottom-up estimation may be used depending on project complexity and available data.

 

Bid Packaging and Evaluation:

• Purpose: Preparing the documents needed to solicit bids from contractors and evaluating those bids to select the best-suited contractor(s) for the project.
• Activities: Developing bid packages that include project scope, specifications, timelines, and evaluation criteria. Once bids are received, they are evaluated based on price, technical capabilities, past performance, and compliance with project requirements.

Budget Cost Preparation and Monitoring:

• Purpose: Establishing the overall budget for the project and continuously monitoring expenditures to ensure the project stays within financial limits.
• Activities: Developing a detailed project budget, allocating costs across different activities, and setting up systems for tracking expenses. Monitoring involves comparing actual costs against budgeted amounts, identifying variances, and making adjustments as necessary to prevent cost overruns.

Engineering Review:

• Purpose: To ensure that all engineering designs and documents meet project requirements, industry standards, and regulatory guidelines.
• Activities: Conducting reviews at various stages of the project (e.g., design reviews, safety reviews, constructability reviews). The goal is to catch and correct any issues early on, ensuring that the engineering work supports safe, efficient, and cost-effective construction and operation.

 

Project Management:

• Purpose: To ensure that a project is completed efficiently, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. It involves coordinating all aspects of the project to achieve the desired outcomes while managing risks and stakeholder expectations.
• Key Activities:
  • Project Initiation: Defining the project’s objectives, scope, and stakeholders. Developing a project charter or initiation document to outline the purpose, goals, and key deliverables.
  • Project Planning: Creating a comprehensive project plan that includes:
    • Scope Management: Defining what is included and excluded from the project. Developing a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) to break down the project into manageable components.
    • Schedule Management: Developing a timeline with detailed milestones and deadlines. Using tools like Gantt charts or Critical Path Method (CPM) to plan and monitor project progress.
    • Cost Management: Estimating project costs and creating a budget. Monitoring expenditures and managing financial resources to ensure the project stays within budget.
    • Resource Management: Identifying and allocating resources (people, equipment, materials) required for the project. Ensuring that resources are available and effectively utilized.
    • Risk Management: Identifying potential risks and developing mitigation strategies. Monitoring and managing risks throughout the project lifecycle to minimize their impact.
    • Quality Management: Defining quality standards and implementing processes to ensure deliverables meet the required quality levels.
    • Communication Management: Developing a communication plan to ensure effective information flow among stakeholders. Managing and facilitating meetings, reports, and updates.
  • Project Execution: Coordinating and managing the day-to-day activities required to complete the project. This involves:
    • Task Management: Overseeing the completion of tasks as per the project plan. Ensuring that work is performed according to specifications and schedules.
    • Team Management: Leading and managing the project team. Motivating team members, resolving conflicts, and ensuring effective collaboration.
    • Stakeholder Management: Engaging with stakeholders, addressing their concerns, and keeping them informed of project progress.
  • Project Monitoring and Control: Tracking project performance against the plan. Measuring progress, identifying deviations, and implementing corrective actions to keep the project on track.
  • Project Closure: Finalizing all project activities and deliverables. Conducting a project review to assess performance, documenting lessons learned, and formally closing the project. This includes handing over deliverables, releasing resources, and completing any final administrative tasks.